Panaji
Goa’s Benaulim boy Brandon Fernandes is returning home to Fatorda this Saturday, but this time he will play for Mumbai City FC instead of FC Goa, where he spent nearly seven seasons. He shared his feelings about this change. As an important player for Mumbai City FC, he discussed the team’s recent performance and their upcoming match in Goa. After giving up five goals in their first two games, Fernandes stressed the need to improve their defense. "Our main goal is to stop leaking goals," he said. "We know how to get a clean sheet, but now we need to focus on playing better and winning."
Looking ahead to the match at Fatorda, where he will face his home crowd, Fernandes expressed enthusiasm about returning to Goa. "It’s part of the past now; we must look forward," he noted. "Right now, I’m a Mumbai City FC player, and I’m really excited to go back home. When the fixtures for this ISL season were released, the first thing I checked was when we’d be playing against Goa. I can't wait to get on the pitch."
When asked about the team’s preparations, Fernandes emphasized the importance of focusing on their own performance. "We’re getting better every day and are ready for the challenge against Goa," he said. "As a team, we’ve been training hard to prepare for this match. I know there will be a lot of expectations, but I don’t let that stress me out. I believe in myself and my team."
Brandon understands the importance of this match not just for him personally, but also for the team as they aim to turn their early-season struggles into success. He believes that if they put their best foot forward, they can achieve a positive result.
As the match day will be on Saturday evening, Fernandes is eager to contribute to his team's efforts and make his mark in front of the Goan fans. His determination to perform well underscores his commitment to Mumbai City FC, as he aims to blend his local roots with his professional ambitions.
Fans not only of Mumbai city FC but also some of Brandon fans from Goa will definitely look forward to an exciting match as Brandon Fernandes and Mumbai City FC take on FC Goa.
